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  • Adriatic Film Awards Announced at Sarajevo Film Festival

    Adriatic Film Awards Announced at Sarajevo Film Festival

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    Adriatic Film Awards Announced at Sarajevo Film Festival

    17 August 2026 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

    The second edition of the Adriatic Film Awards will bring film and television creators and industry professionals from across the region to Porto Montenegro from 23 to 25 October 2026.

    The upcoming edition of the Adriatic Film Awards (AFA) was presented during a special event at the Sarajevo Film Festival, marking the next chapter for a regional initiative dedicated to celebrating excellence in film and television.

    The AFA celebrates the best of regional filmmaking and television while helping to strengthen its international visibility. More than 800 members of the Film and TV Academy of the Adriatic Region vote for productions from across the former Yugoslavia released during the 2025/2026 season.

    Connecting the Regional Creative Industry

    Jovan Marjanović, Director of the Sarajevo Film Festival, welcomed guests at the opening of the event, expressing his satisfaction that AFA continues to bring together an increasing number of partners around the shared goal of strengthening connections within the regional film and television industry.

    “I believe that together we are building a platform that can further connect our film and television industry. In doing so, we are giving greater visibility to talent and productions from across the region, while also creating opportunities for new collaborations and important new work.”

    Jovan Marjanović — Director, Sarajevo Film Festival

    Mirsad Purivatra, founder of the Sarajevo Film Festival and one of the initiators of the Film and TV Academy of the Adriatic Region , welcomed the continued growth of AFA as a meeting point for film and television professionals from throughout the region.

    He also thanked the Film Centre of Montenegro and Strategist, AFA’s exclusive partner in Montenegro, for their contribution to the development of the regional initiative.

    “I am delighted that we are returning to Montenegro, and I am confident that the second edition of AFA will be even stronger and more substantial. This year, approximately 30 films and six television series are in contention, and with only a few days remaining before voting closes, I encourage Academy members to cast their votes and take part in selecting the region’s outstanding productions and creative talent.”

    Mirsad Purivatra — Founder, Sarajevo Film Festival

    Three Days Celebrating the Best of Regional Film and Television

    The opening of the second edition of the Adriatic Film and TV Awards will take place at the Kotor–Lovćen Cable Car, before the programme continues at Porto Montenegro.

    During the three-day programme, Porto Montenegro will host the official awards ceremony, presenting ten awards to outstanding film and television productions and creative professionals from across the region.

    Film

    Best Film · Best Lead Actress · Best Lead Actor · Rising Star · Best Director · Best Screenplay · Best Debut Film

    Television

    Best Series · Best Lead Actress · Best Lead Actor

    The AFA weekend will also include free screenings of nominated productions, giving audiences an opportunity to experience some of the region’s most acclaimed new work.

    A Regional Story Begins Above Boka Bay

    Ana Ivanović, Director of the Kotor–Lovćen Cable Car, said it was a privilege for the cable car to be part of the Adriatic Film Awards.

    “The Kotor–Lovćen Cable Car, much like AFA, was born from a vision to create something new — something capable of transforming the way people experience a destination, bringing them together and contributing to the development of the entire region. AFA celebrates the exceptional talent of the Adriatic region, connecting our countries through film and television while giving our stories a stronger voice and greater international visibility.”

    Ana Ivanović — Director, Kotor–Lovćen Cable Car

    Porto Montenegro Welcomes AFA Back to the Adriatic

    Alexandru Avram, Senior Destination Development and Events Executive at Porto Montenegro , highlighted the importance of the partnership and its role in supporting creative exchange across the region.

    “We are proud to welcome the Adriatic Film Awards back to Porto Montenegro and to continue building an important meeting place for the region’s film and creative industries. At the heart of this partnership is a shared ambition to create a platform for regional talent, creative exchange and new connections. Our three-year commitment to AFA reflects our belief in this vision and in the creative potential of the Adriatic region.”

    Alexandru Avram — Porto Montenegro

    The Adriatic Film Awards are organised by the Film and TV Academy of the Adriatic Region, established by the founders of the Adriatic Region Festival Network — the Sarajevo Film Festival, Belgrade Auteur Film Festival and Zagreb Film Festival.

  • Adriatic Film Awards najavljen na Sarajevo Film Festivalu

    Adriatic Film Awards najavljen na Sarajevo Film Festivalu

    Adriatic Film Awards najavljen na Sarajevo Film Festivalu

    Sarajevo, 17. avgust 2026. godine – U okviru Sarajevo Film Festivala održan je događaj posvećen drugom izdanju Adriatic Film Awards (AFA), koji će od 23. do 25. oktobra u Porto Montenegru okupiti filmske i televizijske autore i profesionalce iz cijelog regiona.

    AFA nagrade promovišu najbolje regionalno stvaralaštvo i doprinose njegovoj većoj međunarodnoj vidljivosti. Više od 800 članova Filmske i TV Akademije Jadranske regije glasaju za ostvarenja s prostora bivše Jugoslavije u sezoni 2025/2026.

    Direktor Sarajevo Film Festivala Jovan Marjanović pozdravio je prisutne na početku događaja, ističući zadovoljstvo što AFA nastavlja da okuplja sve veći broj partnera oko zajedničke ideje snažnijeg povezivanja regionalne filmske i televizijske industrije.

    „Vjerujem da zajedno gradimo platformu koja može dodatno povezati našu filmsku i televizijsku industriju. Na taj način dajemo veću vidljivost talentima i ostvarenjima iz cijelog regiona, ali i kreiramo prilike za nove saradnje i vrijedna ostvarenja“, kazao je Marjanović.

    Osnivač Sarajevo Film Festivala i jedan od inicijatora Filmske i TV Akademije Jadranske regije Mirsad Purivatra istakao je zadovoljstvo što AFA okuplja filmske i televizijske profesionalce iz cijelog regiona. Zahvalio je Filmskom centru Crne Gore i kompaniji Strategist, ekskluzivnom partneru AFA-e u Crnoj Gori, na doprinosu razvoju ove regionalne inicijative.

    „Raduje me što se vraćamo u Crnu Goru i uvjeren sam da će drugo izdanje AFA biti još bolje i sadržajnije. Ove godine u izboru imamo oko 30 filmova i 6 televizijskih serija, a do završetka glasanja ostalo je još svega nekoliko dana, zato pozivam članove Akademije da glasaju i učestvuju u izboru najboljih ostvarenja i autora iz regiona“, kazao je Purivatra.

    Otvaranje drugog izdanja Filmskih i TV nagrada Jadranskog regiona biće organizovano na Žičari Kotor–Lovćen, dok će tokom trodnevnog programa u Porto Montenegru biti održana svečana ceremonija dodjele deset nagrada filmskim i televizijskim ostvarenjima i autorima. U kategoriji filma biće uručeno sedam priznanja: za najbolji film, najbolju glavnu glumicu, najboljeg glavnog glumca, zvijezdu u usponu, najbolju režiju, najbolji scenario i najbolji debitantski film. Kategorija televizijskih serija obuhvata tri nagrade za najbolju seriju, najbolju glavnu glumicu i najboljeg glavnog glumca. Dio AFA vikenda činiće i besplatne filmske projekcije nominovanih ostvarenja.

    Direktorica Žičare Kotor–Lovćen Ana Ivanović istakla je da je privilegija što je žičara dio Adriatic Film Awards-a.

    „Žičara Kotor–Lovćen, baš kao i AFA, nastala je iz vizije da se stvori nešto novo što može promijeniti način na koji ljudi doživljavaju jednu destinaciju, povezati ih i doprinijeti razvoju čitavog regiona. AFA slavi izuzetan talenat Jadranske regije, povezuje naše zemlje kroz film i televiziju, dajući našim pričama snažniji glas i veću međunarodnu vidljivost. Zato smo posebno ponosni što će ova regionalna priča u oktobru početi upravo na Žičari Kotor–Lovćen“, kazala je Ivanović.

    Alexandru Avram, viši rukovodilac za razvoj destinacije i događaje Porto Montenegra, naglasio je značaj partnerstva sa AFA.

    „Ponosni smo što ponovo dočekujemo Adriatic Film Awards u Porto Montenegru i što nastavljamo da gradimo važno mjesto susreta za filmsku i kreativnu industriju regiona. U središtu ovog partnerstva je zajednička ambicija da stvorimo platformu za regionalne talente, kreativnu razmjenu i nova povezivanja. Naša trogodišnja posvećenost AFA-i odražava naše uvjerenje u tu viziju i kreativni potencijal Jadranskog regiona“, kazao je Avram.

    Adriatic Film Awards održava se u organizaciji Filmske i TV Akademije Jadranske regije, koju su pokrenuli osnivači Mreže festivala Jadranske regije – Sarajevo Film Festival, Festival autorskog filma Beograd i Zagreb Film Festival.

  • Andrea Eggers Appointed Chief Executive Officer of Porto Montenegro

    Andrea Eggers Appointed Chief Executive Officer of Porto Montenegro

    Tivat, Montenegro – Adriatic Marinas is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrea Eggers as Chief Executive Officer of Porto Montenegro, as David Margason focuses his leadership on the continued growth and expansion of Adriatic 42 in Bijela.

    An internationally experienced real estate and destination management executive, Andrea Eggers brings nearly two decades of leadership across some of Europe’s leading mixed-use, retail and lifestyle destinations. Prior to joining Adriatic Marinas, she served as Retail Portfolio Director for Austria and Germany and General Manager at Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield, where she was responsible for the strategic and commercial performance of a multi-asset portfolio, delivering sustained growth, high occupancy levels and enhanced customer and tenant experiences. 

    “It is a privilege to lead a project that has become an important part of Montenegro’s international tourism, investment and yachting profile,” said Andrea Eggers. “From my first days here, I have been struck by the warmth, energy and strong sense of community that define Porto Montenegro. It is much more than a marina or a destination, it is a place shaped by its homeowners, yacht owners, residents, guests, partners and the dedicated people who bring it to life every day. Porto Montenegro will always remain a place for the community and the people of Tivat and Montenegro, just as much as it is for international visitors.” 

    Throughout her career, Andrea has held senior leadership roles across portfolio management, leasing, marketing, operations, hospitality and destination development. Recognised for building high-performing teams and creating commercially successful destinations, she brings extensive expertise in asset management, placemaking, strategic partnerships and premium customer experiences. 

    “I join with great respect for everything that has already been achieved and with genuine excitement for what comes next. My priority is to ensure that Porto Montenegro continues to deliver exceptional experiences while remaining a place where people feel welcome, connected and proud to belong. Together with our outstanding team, we will continue to pursue excellence in everything we do while creating long-term value for our community, our partners and Montenegro.” 

    Under Andrea’s leadership, Porto Montenegro will continue to build on its position as one of the Mediterranean’s premier luxury waterfront destinations, with a strategic focus on destination development, international promotion, sustainability, innovation and strengthening Montenegro’s global appeal as a yachting, tourism and investment destination. She also reaffirmed the company’s commitment to the longstanding collaboration with the Government of Montenegro, the Municipalityof Tivat and its many institutional and business partners, whose support has been instrumental in Porto Montenegro’s success.